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Ingredients 1-3/4 cups half-and-half1 tablespoon butter1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper4-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch4 ounces cream cheese, softened1 bunch broccoli, cut into florets (about 4-1/2 cups)1 cup shredded cheddar cheeseTOPPING:1/2 cup crushed Ritz crackers2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese2 tablespoons butter, melted1 cup chicken broth or water Preparation Place wire rack with handles and chicken broth into inner pot. Add broccoli to mesh basket; place on rack. Cover with glass lid....

Ingredients 1 package (6.2 ounces) fast-cooking long grain and wild rice mix4 cups 2% milk1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of potato soup, undiluted8 ounces Velveeta, cubed1/2 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbledOptional: Minced chives and oyster crackers Preparation In a large saucepan, prepare rice mix according to package directions. Add the milk, soup and cheese. Cook and stir until cheese is melted. Garnish with bacon and, if desired, minced fresh chives and oyster crackers....

Ingredients 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk, divided1 ounce unsweetened chocolate1/2 teaspoon almond extract, divided1 frozen pie shell (9 inches), baked1 jar (10 ounces) maraschino cherries, drained1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup cold water1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped1/2 cup chopped toasted almondsChopped chocolate, optional Preparation In a small saucepan over low heat, cook and stir 1/2 cup milk and the chocolate until chocolate is melted and mixture is thickened, about 4 minutes....

Ingredients 4 cups cubed cooked chicken2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 cup chicken broth1/2 cup milkSalt and pepper to tasteDRESSING:2 celery ribs, chopped1 small onion, finely chopped1 tablespoon butter1 teaspoon rubbed sage1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 cups unseasoned stuffing cubes, crushed2 cups coarsely crumbled cornbread1/2 cup chicken broth1 egg, beatenGRAVY:1/4 cup butter6 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 cups chicken broth1/2 cup milk Preparation Place chicken in a greased 2-qt. baking dish; set aside....

Ingredients 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed3 teaspoons olive oil, divided3 garlic cloves, minced2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) stewed tomatoes, cut up1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning1/2 teaspoon salt1 package (16 ounces) frozen broccoli florets, thawed Preparation Cook orzo according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, cook chicken in 2 teaspoons oil for 6-7 minutes or until no longer pink....

Ingredients 1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained1/2 cup chopped sweet onion1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 large egg4 fresh basil leaves, torn3 garlic cloves, halved1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup dry bread crumbs, dividedCooking spray Preparation Place first 8 ingredients in a food processor; add 1/3 cup bread crumbs. Process until combined (mixture will be soft). Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. Place remaining 2/3 cup bread crumbs in a shallow bowl....

Ingredients 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese6 tablespoons chili sauce, divided1 tablespoon chili powder1 pound ground beef4 hamburger buns, splitLettuce leaves, tomato slices and mayonnaise, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine cheese, 2 tablespoons chili sauce and chili powder. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into four 1/2-in.-thick patties. Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160°....

Ingredients 1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls2 cups cubed fully cooked ham2 cups frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed5 large eggs1/2 cup 2% milk1/2 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon salt2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Unroll crescent dough into a long rectangle; press perforations to seal. Press onto bottom of a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Top with ham and potatoes. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, pepper and salt until blended; pour over potatoes....

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked linguine1 cup thinly sliced fresh broccoli1 medium carrot, thinly sliced1/2 cup sliced green onions1/4 cup butter, cubed1-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper6 ounces fresh or frozen snow peas (about 2 cups), thawed1/4 cup dry white wine or chicken broth1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook linguine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the broccoli, carrot and onions in butter for 3 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened3/4 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon saltFROSTING:1/2 cup butter, softened4 cups confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 to 4 tablespoons 2% milkRed food coloring, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture....

Ingredients 1/2 c. (1 stick) butter 1/2 c. brown sugar 1 tsp. ground cinnamon Pinch kosher salt 4 apples, such as Granny Smith, peeled, cored, and sliced 2 (5.1-oz) packages instant vanilla pudding 6 c. whole milk 1/2 c. caramel sauce, plus more for garnish 3 c. cold heavy cream 1 sleeve graham crackers, coarsely crushed, plus more for garnish 1 (1 lb) box ginger snap cookies, coarsely crushed, plus more for garnish...

Ingredients 1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size)1 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips, divided1 jar (12-1/4 ounces) caramel ice cream topping, warmed1 jar (11-3/4 ounces) hot fudge ice cream topping, warmed1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed1/2 cup English toffee bits or almond brickle chips Preparation Prepare cake batter according to package directions. Stir in 3/4 cup chocolate chips. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean....

Ingredients 2 packages (one 16 ounces, one 12 ounces) frozen corn, thawed1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/4 cup butter, melted1/4 cup heavy whipping cream1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker, combine all ingredients. Cook, covered, on low 3 to 3-1/2 hours or until cheese is melted and corn is tender. Stir just before serving.

Ingredients 2 cups fresh snow peas, halved2 cups cooked wild rice1 cup cooked long grain rice1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained1 cup dried cherries1/2 cup thinly sliced celery1/4 cup chopped green onionsDRESSING:6 tablespoons sugar6 tablespoons canola oil3 tablespoons cider vinegar4-1/2 teaspoons soy sauce1 to 2 garlic cloves, peeled3/4 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot3/4 cup cashew halves, toasted Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. For dressing, in a blender, combine the sugar, oil, vinegar, soy sauce, garlic and ginger; cover and process until blended....

Ingredients 2 egg whites1 large egg1/2 teaspoon salt, divided1 small onion, chopped1 garlic clove, minced1 cup frozen mixed vegetables2 cups diced cooked chicken breast3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce3 cups cold cooked rice Preparation In a small bowl, combine the egg whites, egg and 1/4 teaspoon salt. In a large nonstick skillet or wok coated with cooking spray, cook the egg mixture over medium heat. As eggs set, lift edges, letting uncooked portion flow underneath....

Ingredients 1 package Pepperidge Farm® Puff Pastry Shells 1 tbsp. vegetable oil 1 medium onion 1 can Campbell’s® Condensed Cream of Chicken Soup (Regular, 98% Fat Free or Healthy Request®) 1/2 c. milk 1 package frozen peas and carrots 2 c. CUBED COOKED CHICKEN OR TURKEY Preparation Step 1Prepare the pastry shells according to the package directions.Step 2Heat the oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook until tender....

Ingredients 1 cup crushed chocolate wafer crumbs3 tablespoons sugar3 tablespoons butter, meltedFILLING:2 cups semisweet chocolate chips2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened3/4 cup sugar2 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten1 teaspoon vanilla extractStrawberries and white chocolate shavings, optional Preparation In a small bowl, combine cookie crumbs and sugar; stir in butter. Press onto the bottom of a greased 9-in. springform pan; set aside. In a microwave, melt chocolate chips; stir until smooth....

Ingredients 3 cups self-rising flour2/3 cup sugar3 teaspoons baking powder1/2 cup cold butter, cubed1 cup buttermilk1 cup semisweet chocolate chipsGLAZE:1 cup confectioners’ sugar3 tablespoons water1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar and baking powder. Cut in butter until mixture is crumbly; stir in buttermilk just until blended. Stir in chocolate chips; Turn dough onto a floured surface; knead gently 8-10 times. Pat into a 9-in....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened2/3 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons poppy seeds1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup sour creamTOPPING:1/3 cup sugar2 teaspoons all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg2 cups fresh or frozen unsweetened blueberriesGLAZE:1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1 tablespoon milk Preparation In a small bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and lemon zest. Combine the flour, poppy seeds, baking powder, baking soda and salt; add to the creamed mixture alternately with sour cream....

Ingredients Cooking spray 1 box yellow cake mix, plus ingredients called for on box 2 (5.1-oz) packs of instant vanilla pudding 4 c. cold milk 2 c. chocolate chips 1 c. heavy cream Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350°. Grease a 9"-x-13” pan with cooking spray. Prepare cake mix according to box instructions. Pour into prepared baking dish and bake until a toothpick inserted in the middle of the cake comes out clean, about 30 minutes....